This simple buckwheat bread is not only gluten-free but also wonderfully aromatic thanks to fermentation and optional bread spices. Perfect for breakfast or as a savory snack.
Ingredients
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500 g buckwheat, 200 ml water, 1 tsp salt, optional: 1 tsp caraway, 1 tsp anise, 1 tsp fennel
Preparation
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Soak the buckwheat
Place the buckwheat in a bowl, cover with enough water, and soak for 12 hours. -
Drain and blend
Drain the soaking water through a sieve. Blend the grains together with 200 ml fresh water and 1 tsp salt in a blender until smooth.
Mix in 1 tsp each of caraway, anise, and fennel to taste. -
Fermentation
Let the dough ferment in a covered bowl at room temperature for 20 hours. The dough should bubble and have a slightly sour smell. -
Prepare the baking pan
Grease a RoadBaker baking pan. Pour in the fermented dough and smooth the surface slightly. -
Bake
Bake at low heat for 70â80 minutes until the bread is fully cooked. -
Let cool
Remove the finished bread from the pan and let it cool on a rack before slicing.
This bread is slightly crispy on the outside, soft inside, and has a fine, nutty aroma â ideal for anyone who wants to enjoy gluten-free!